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would not have only been an error of judgment on the path of the show's director, but would have led to a poor production. Something Brighton College would not accept under any circumstances.
In a way it was Susan's first big break. Not only did she have the opportunity to take center stage to demonstrate her unrecognized skills in dancing, singing and acting, but it was her chance to show the school she was more than the token likable, funny American.
When she heard Rupert Locke-Smythe had been cast in the role of Link Larkin, it was a dream come true. Many of the show rehearsals were carried out after school and on weekends. Given the amount of time required to prepare, their significant parts and the nature of the relationship between the two characters they played onstage, Rupert and Susan spent a lot of time together. Offstage their friendship developed rapidly. Present with the drama crowd they were equal in social status. Alone they were something else. They were more than friends. They were more than two wannabe performers. They never discussed what they were, they let the relationship flow naturally.
The first kiss they shared was onstage, in character, as part of the show. The cast and crew of the production cheered and wolf-whistled at the sight of the two teens locking lips. It was Susan's first-ever kiss and one she would never forget – especially as it was so public. Inextricably drawn to one another, the hours spent together went beyond rehearsals. Susan would happily coach Rupert and assist with any homework or assignments where she could. Rupert was equally fond of her and would invest hours researching and helping her plan a future in musical theater.
Reflecting back on life's romantic moments, she remembered as a fifteen-year-old girl practicing to dance with Rupert outside one drizzly Saturday afternoon; as the rain fell harder they never stopped dancing. Dressed in jeans and a white T-shirt, she could see the toned, athletic build which had scored him the captaincy of the rugby team. Her vision of the resplendent boy was short-lived as Rupert pulled her closer to dance properly with him. Forgetting the staged dance moves, he held her tight, swaying with her slowly. It was as if he had chosen her for the last song of one the school dances regularly held on campus. There was no music playing, but the rain provided the beat and they danced on the melody of love. Probably no one ever saw them which was why Rupert selected that moment to make her his. To steal her heart forever more.
Kissing rehearsals was one thing, kissing in the show was another thing, but kissing in private when the curtains were drawn to the standing ovation was the kiss to seal the high school sweethearts fate.
The after party was what every teenager involved in the production had mostly been looking forward to. Having engaged in her first official kiss with Rupert, Susan envisaged she would fly on a cloud of love to the gymnasium where the party was hosted. By now, against all odds, Susan was certain what she had with Rupert was real. She was at a point where confidence would allow her to express her feelings so the couple could become official in the eyes of their classmates.
Tirelessly trolling the local shops, Susan had managed to get her hands on a flattering number to “wow” Rupert and the rest of the cast. Keen to make the best impression, she stayed back to apply her make-up to ensure she didn't embarrass Rupert publicly. Afterward she would wonder how different things might have been had she gone straight to the party. Walking the empty corridors of the school auditorium, Susan heard a giggling from the boys' dressing room. Thinking she was the last person in the building, she knew it appropriate to knock and let the lovebirds know they would have to lock up on the way out. There was also an element of her wanting to nab a juicy bit of backstage gossip to bring to the party. Knocking
In a way it was Susan's first big break. Not only did she have the opportunity to take center stage to demonstrate her unrecognized skills in dancing, singing and acting, but it was her chance to show the school she was more than the token likable, funny American.
When she heard Rupert Locke-Smythe had been cast in the role of Link Larkin, it was a dream come true. Many of the show rehearsals were carried out after school and on weekends. Given the amount of time required to prepare, their significant parts and the nature of the relationship between the two characters they played onstage, Rupert and Susan spent a lot of time together. Offstage their friendship developed rapidly. Present with the drama crowd they were equal in social status. Alone they were something else. They were more than friends. They were more than two wannabe performers. They never discussed what they were, they let the relationship flow naturally.
The first kiss they shared was onstage, in character, as part of the show. The cast and crew of the production cheered and wolf-whistled at the sight of the two teens locking lips. It was Susan's first-ever kiss and one she would never forget – especially as it was so public. Inextricably drawn to one another, the hours spent together went beyond rehearsals. Susan would happily coach Rupert and assist with any homework or assignments where she could. Rupert was equally fond of her and would invest hours researching and helping her plan a future in musical theater.
Reflecting back on life's romantic moments, she remembered as a fifteen-year-old girl practicing to dance with Rupert outside one drizzly Saturday afternoon; as the rain fell harder they never stopped dancing. Dressed in jeans and a white T-shirt, she could see the toned, athletic build which had scored him the captaincy of the rugby team. Her vision of the resplendent boy was short-lived as Rupert pulled her closer to dance properly with him. Forgetting the staged dance moves, he held her tight, swaying with her slowly. It was as if he had chosen her for the last song of one the school dances regularly held on campus. There was no music playing, but the rain provided the beat and they danced on the melody of love. Probably no one ever saw them which was why Rupert selected that moment to make her his. To steal her heart forever more.
Kissing rehearsals was one thing, kissing in the show was another thing, but kissing in private when the curtains were drawn to the standing ovation was the kiss to seal the high school sweethearts fate.
The after party was what every teenager involved in the production had mostly been looking forward to. Having engaged in her first official kiss with Rupert, Susan envisaged she would fly on a cloud of love to the gymnasium where the party was hosted. By now, against all odds, Susan was certain what she had with Rupert was real. She was at a point where confidence would allow her to express her feelings so the couple could become official in the eyes of their classmates.
Tirelessly trolling the local shops, Susan had managed to get her hands on a flattering number to “wow” Rupert and the rest of the cast. Keen to make the best impression, she stayed back to apply her make-up to ensure she didn't embarrass Rupert publicly. Afterward she would wonder how different things might have been had she gone straight to the party. Walking the empty corridors of the school auditorium, Susan heard a giggling from the boys' dressing room. Thinking she was the last person in the building, she knew it appropriate to knock and let the lovebirds know they would have to lock up on the way out. There was also an element of her wanting to nab a juicy bit of backstage gossip to bring to the party. Knocking
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